Herb Lee Orr Jr

Herbert Lee Orr Jr., 75, of Globe, passed away Monday, April 28, 2025.

He was born January 22, 1950, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Herbert and Darlene (Montfoort) Orr. He attended Shawnee Heights High School graduating in 1968. He received a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Drawing from Pittsburg State University.

Herb worked at Kansas University and later retired from Ottawa University.

Herb married Sheryl Bettis in Topeka. From this union Herb welcomed his daughter Amy. He and Sheryl would later divorce. In 1980, Herb met and married Linda Nelson, they divorced.

Survivors include a daughter, Amy (Tad) Allen; brothers, Dan (Debbie) Orr and Dennis (Vickie) Orr.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Rick Orr.

Herb was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing and hunting. He grew a wonderful vegetable garden every summer. He always looked forward to his yearly Canada fishing trip with his buddies.

Herb’s wishes were to be cremated. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at Clinton Cemetery, 500 N. 1200 Road, Lawrence, Kansas.

Memorial contributions may be made to Helping Hands Humane Society, 5720 SW 21st St, Topeka, KS 66604.

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